Ordering/Comparing Rational Numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common form (either both as fractions or both as decimals) and then determine which is greater or lesser.

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What is the least value among the following: 0, -3, 65%, 1/2?

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-3 is the least value.

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Order the following from least to greatest: 3/12, 8/9, 0.75, 0.22.

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0.22, 3/12, 0.75, 8/9.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What is the greatest value among the following: -12, 15, -1, 3?

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15 is the greatest value.

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If Monday's temperature was -3°F and Tuesday's was -5°F, which day was colder?

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Tuesday was colder.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 65%?

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0.65 is the decimal equivalent of 65%.